One dead in South Canterbury ATV incident

A person is dead after an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) incident near Waimate yesterday evening.

Police said they were called to Bridge Rd, Waihao Downs, shortly after 8pm.

“A male was located on the property, and sadly died at the scene.”

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The Serious Crash Unit has been notified and the death will be referred to the Coroner.

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